Waterfront home in Bay Shores Estates overlooking Moores Creek. Situated on approximately one acre, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath property offers water views, functional living space, and direct boating access.
A covered front porch leads into an open floor plan featuring wood floors, tray ceilings, and abundant natural light. The living area flows into a formal dining space and a well-appointed kitchen with custom cabinetry, large center island, six-burner gas range with hood, and breakfast nook with creek views.
The primary suite includes double-door entry to an ensuite bath with soaking tub, tiled shower, dual vanities, and walk-in closet. A finished room over the garage provides flexible space for an office, hobbies, or additional living area.
Outdoor features include a screened porch, expansive deck, and private dock with 10,000-lb boat lift offering access to the Intracoastal Waterway. Additional highlights include a gas line for grilling, detached storage shed, oversized two-car attached garage, and whole-house generator.
Located minutes from area shopping, dining, and services, this property offers a combination of waterfront setting and everyday convenience.
Sold for $596,000
$596,000
466 Bay Shores Road, Merritt, NC 28556
3beds
2,146sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2003
1.16 Acres Lot
$597,800 Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$2,306 Estimated rent
Home value
$597,800
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Covered front porchAbundant natural lightTray ceilingsWater viewsWood floorsExpansive deckTiled shower
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Listed by:
The DONNA AND TEAM NEW BERN 252-636-6595,
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with:
Lydie Jennings, 274158
eXp Realty
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100540843
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of Realtors
Originating MLS: Neuse River Region Association of RealtorsFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Fnshd Room over Garage
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.7 x 18.5
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10 x 15
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 11
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 13.9
Other
- Dimensions: 14.9 x 12.6
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 20 x 13
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.6 x 15
Heating
- Heat Pump, Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Vented Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Walk-in Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Mud Room, Kitchen Island, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-in Shower, Blinds/Shades, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Thermal Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,146
- Total interior livable area: 2,146 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Lighted, On Site
- Has attached garage: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Storm Doors, Thermal Doors
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Boat Lift, Boat Ramp, Waterfront, Water Depth 4+
- Frontage type: Creek
Lot
- Size: 1.16 Acres
- Features: Boat Slip, Boat Dock, Boat Lift, Boat Ramp, Deeded Waterfront, Water Depth 4+
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: J043320
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Bay Shore Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Maintenance Common Areas
- HOA fee: $300 annually
- HOA name: Bay Shores POA
- HOA phone: 252-745-0729
Location
- Region: Merritt
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $278/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $337,760
- Annual tax amount: $2,386
- Date on market: 11/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 495 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/7/2026 | Sold | $596,000-5.4%$278/sqft |
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| 3/18/2026 | Contingent | $630,000$294/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Price change | $630,000-4.5%$294/sqft |
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| 11/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $660,000-0.8%$308/sqft |
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| 11/1/2025 | Listing removed | $665,000$310/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Price change | $665,000-1.5%$310/sqft |
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| 1/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $675,000$315/sqft |
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| 1/12/2025 | Contingent | $675,000$315/sqft |
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| 10/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $675,000+32.5%$315/sqft |
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| 5/16/2022 | Sold | $509,500-7.3%$237/sqft |
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| 4/13/2022 | Pending sale | $549,500$256/sqft |
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| 1/21/2022 | Listed for sale | $549,500$256/sqft |
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| 1/7/2022 | Pending sale | $549,500$256/sqft |
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| 12/3/2021 | Listed for sale | $549,500$256/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,386 | $337,760 |
| 2024 | $2,386 +2.9% | $337,760 |
| 2023 | $2,318 | $337,760 |
| 2022 | $2,318 | $337,760 |
| 2021 | $2,318 | $337,760 |
| 2020 | $2,318 +8.8% | $337,760 +14.8% |
| 2019 | $2,130 | $294,268 |
| 2018 | $2,130 +0.3% | -- |
| 2017 | $2,123 -0.1% | -- |
| 2016 | $2,126 -0.2% | -- |
| 2015 | $2,129 +5.4% | $294,268 |
| 2014 | $2,020 | $294,268 |
| 2013 | $2,020 | -- |
| 2012 | -- | -- |
| 2011 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 28556
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Fred A Anderson Elementary SchoolGrades: 4-5Distance: 6.2 mi
- 8/10Pamlico County Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.3 mi
- 6/10Pamlico County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Pamlico County
- High: Pamlico County
Source: Hive MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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